Lightest Ice Axe

Camp ice axe head protector.

Lightest ice axe.

However if you want the lightest option for self arrest in moderately steep terrain combined with snow anchor options and securing a traverse the camp usa corsa is the best lightweight ice axe. Usa corsa excels at mountaineering adventure racing and low angle glacier travel. The decreased weight means they are axes are built for snow missions not ice. Lightweight performance ice axes that provide a comfortable grip and good anchoring qualities.

Show only petzl items. The camp usa corsa ice axe is quite possibly the lightest weight ice ax in the world weighing just 8 8 oz 250 grams in a size 60 cm length. If you are looking for a super light ice axe for your long adventure where you cannot overpack then the petzl glacier literide is a tool you want to try. Weighing in at only 11 2 oz and coming in a single size of 50 cm this tool is lightweight and compact fitting easily into your pack.

Nor do you need to carry a super burly cen t rated model with a modular head if you are planning for walk up style moderate glacier routes. The camp corsa is a super lightweight ice axe it weighs merely 7 ounces. It features an aluminum shaft and an aluminum head. Some sizes colors are prime eligible.

Weight matters in climbing and mountaineering with any piece of gear and this remains no less true with ice axes. Classic mountaineering ice axes. 68 3 10 shipping. At the bottom of the shaft there is also a spike for penetrating ice and snow while.

Almost all shafts are made of aluminum now because it s lightweight and strong. Other options for a lightweight ice axe are. The lightest axes available used most for ski mountaineering adventure racing and other go light ascents. 350 grams is usually the max weight.

In axes for ice climbing the adze is often replaced with a hammer carabiner hole. 4 9 out of 5 stars 33. The shaft is optionally equipped with a sliding leash which allows you to secure the ice axe to your wrist or climbing harness. Performance ice axes with forged head and excellent anchoring qualities adapted to the multitude of configurations of alpine terrain.

Despite its lightweight it is a fully functional uiaa certified b ice ax capable of being used for self rescue glissading and strong enough to be used as a belay anchor. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. However a super lightweight piece of gear is not suitable for alpine or mountaineering routes. 6 00 2 new offers.

Free shipping on eligible orders. Quite possibly the lightest ice axe in the world c a m p. This hole in the head of an ice axe is used to affix an ice axe leash or sometimes to clip a carabiner and some leashes attach via a carabiner.